The Big Smoke 46 vs Discarded Grape Skin Chardonnay Vodka

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Big Smoke 46Discarded Grape Skin Chardonnay Vodka
DistilleryDuncan TaylorDiscarded
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV46%40%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£34.3£29.25
Rating5.00/5

The Big Smoke 46

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Discarded Grape Skin Chardonnay Vodka

Smoke0/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

The Big Smoke 46

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Discarded Grape Skin Chardonnay Vodka

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Big Smoke 46 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Discarded Grape Skin Chardonnay Vodka is better value at £29 vs £34.

For beginners: Discarded Grape Skin Chardonnay Vodka is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

The Big Smoke 46

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£34.3 vs £29.25)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Discarded Grape Skin Chardonnay Vodka

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£29.25 vs £34.3)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy The?

The Big Smoke 46 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Who should buy Discarded?

Discarded Grape Skin Chardonnay Vodka suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only The Big Smoke 46

SmokeyOily

Only Discarded Grape Skin Chardonnay Vodka

Fresh FruitCitricNutty

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